Charter Operator
Messin Around Fishing Charters Llc

Member since May 2019 Bremerton, United States
Background
Captain Mathew Messing grew up fishing the Puget Sound since he was 8 years old and it’s been his #1 passion since. As a kid growing up in Kitsap County, he always dreamed of one day becoming a charter captain and today that dream has finally come true. He says his main goal is to put you on fish and load up your freezer so you don’t leave his boat empty-handed. Capt. Mathew has also competed in multiple tournaments and won 1st place at a local fishing derby where he took home $1,000 in prize money. Although Capt. Mathew loves to compete, his true commitment is to his customers. So next time you’re in Seattle, be sure to check out Messin’ Around Fishing Charters and get ready to chase Salmon and Lingcod on the Puget Sound!
Techniques
Capt. Mathew prefers to troll for Salmon but he'll try other techniques, including jigging and mooching in order to put you on fish!

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Bremerton, United States
Background
Captain Mathew Messing grew up fishing the Puget Sound since he was 8 years old and it’s been his #1 passion since. As a kid growing up in Kitsap County, he always dreamed of one day becoming a charter captain and today that dream has finally come true. He says his main goal is to put you on fish and load up your freezer so you don’t leave his boat empty-handed. Capt. Mathew has also competed in multiple tournaments and won 1st place at a local fishing derby where he took home $1,000 in prize money. Although Capt. Mathew loves to compete, his true commitment is to his customers. So next time you’re in Seattle, be sure to check out Messin’ Around Fishing Charters and get ready to chase Salmon and Lingcod on the Puget Sound!
Techniques
Capt. Mathew prefers to troll for Salmon but he'll try other techniques, including jigging and mooching in order to put you on fish!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(300 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bremerton
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
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Trips from US $290

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 300 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
89%
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Douglas B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great host

VERIFIED   4hr- Shared Salmon (AM) Bremerton on July 8, 2025
Matt was a great host. Kept adjusting equipment, boat location and speed to get us in fish. Knowledgeable on regulations. Enjoyed...
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Shawn R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Good Time, Great Fishing!

VERIFIED   5hr- Private trip Lingcod Bremerton on June 15, 2025
My Family and I love going fishing with Captain Matt. He is an awesome captain and guide. He is very professional and really...
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Rick E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fish lips get pierced

VERIFIED   4hr- Shared Salmon (AM) Bremerton on June 7, 2025
Iโ€™ve arranged trips with Matt for 2 years now and have enjoyed catching ling cod and salmon. We noticed that other boats...
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Nancy B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Messen around charters is amazing

VERIFIED   5hr- Puget Sound Lingcod Brem. on May 3, 2025
Had an awesome time as always even though the ling cod werenโ€™t biting today. Captain Mat is great and we always have fun!...
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Jeff L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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2025 Opening Day Success!

VERIFIED   5hr- Puget Sound Lingcod Brem. on May 1, 2025
We werenโ€™t messinโ€™ around when we hit the water on this beautiful 70 degree opening Ling Cod day. Matt got us on the fish...
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